Podcasts about making decisions

In 2004, Madelaine Weiss had a flesh-eating disease, which started as strep throat and extended into her arm. She had a 1% chance of survival. The doctors were threatening to remove her upper right quadrant, but after seven weeks in the hospital and three months off her post at Harvard Medical School, here she is – happy, healthy, prosperous, and productive with a smile. Madelaine Weiss is a Harvard-trained licensed psychotherapist and mindset expert, with an MBA and board certification in executive, career, and life coaching. She is the founder and former chair of The School-Business Partnership, former parenting education facilitator, group mental health practice administrative director, corporate chief organizational development officer, associate director of an educational resource program at Harvard Medical School, and bestselling author of “Getting to G.R.E.A.T. 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life.” "The harder a decision is to make.....  STOP and take time to listen to your inner voice."   Madelaine shares her full story in her interview and points you to building your best adventures in life.  I"A great life depends on a great fit between who we are and the environments in which we work and live." Getting to G.R.E.A.T. is a lively, practical guidebook for living with a proven method that has already changed so many lives. Loaded with science and stories, each information-packed chapter launches with a topic-relevant vignette from the author's own experience, moves to research and practical recommendations on each chapter topic, and concludes with a chapter-specific case example and exercise for personal use.   Beginning with the pivotal event that shaped the trajectory of her work and life, Madelaine Weiss reveals a powerfully effective five-step strategy for satisfaction and success in your own work and life.   DIVE INTO A WORLD WHERE YOU AND YOUR BRAIN TEAM UP TO BUILD THE STORIES OF YOUR LIFE!

In this third and final installment of my conversation with author and Pushcart-nominated essayist and writing teacher (and new mom!) Sheree L. Greer, she said “we're veering into therapy territory now, Kate,” when I asked her if there was anything she was in the process of shifting, which I took as a very good sign that we were getting into some very juicy thoughts! - Being the first person in your family to be pursuing a passion as a career- The genres she's exploring next- The writers who inspire her and why- The work of not getting too attached to specific outcomes and creating a “more positive relationship with the unknown”- Why she hopes her newborn daughter will have a favorite planet- The non-caffeinated morning beverage that's fueling her these days Connect with Sheree on Instagram @shereelgreer. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am bringing to you a very important conversation about making decisions with our health providers, and exercising what is called informed consent. Many of us, when pregnant with our first child, have never even set foot in a hospital or needed to make decisions about tests, procedures, vaccinations and interventions. I believe the biggest mistake people make is handing over their decision making to the health professionals, without considering our own choices and what feels right for us. I loved Alexandra's message, as it is free from giving opinions and more about collecting vital information from the makers of the products and accessible through our government agencies. Alexandra is the founder of Just the Inserts, a platform dedicated to empowering individuals with accessible, transparent information about medical choices. With a solid research background and a passion for informed consent, she guides people through the complexities of pharmaceutical products and decisions. Her commitment to clear, reliable information has earned her recognition as a trusted voice in the community, helping countless individuals make more informed, confident healthcare decisions. You can find out more about Alexandra and her organisation - ‘Just the Inserts' in our show notes. Over time, we need to take on a more active role of advocate for our children, so why not start now through your pregnancy and as you prepare for birth.   You can find out more about Alexandra through the following links; Name: Alexandra Galaska   Website: www.justtheinserts.com Socials: Instagram: @Justtheinserts 244,000   @Justthealternatives 39,500 X: @Justtheinserts 2.8k An Australian Based organisation devoted to information regarding medical vaccinations. https://inform-me.org/   Links: Transform Parenting website Transform Your Birth Today Better Birth: Mini Gift Free resource: Medical Necessity vs Choice  

Making DECISIONS, keeping commitments, SPACIOUSNESS, work less and create more, energetic embodiment, connections & relationships. The old Samantha is dead and the NEW NEXT LEVEL VERSION is here after this conference. *HOT GIRL MEET UP - August 1st, Friday, 4-6 pm in Asheville. Register here: ⁠https://samanthanivenscoaching.myflodesk.com/hotafclub⁠Get HOT AF

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The one mind of Source is within you. Divine Guidance leads us on the right path.Rev. Kathleen Caputo, an interfaith minister and founder of Source of Guidance, Inc., provides positive resources to children and their families of all backgrounds, helping them live fulfilling lives amidst challenges. Her book series, starting with "Hado Bear's Secret," teaches that everyone is perfect just the way they are.CONTACT: Kathy@Hadobear.comWEBSITES: www.Hadobear.com and www.sourceofguidance.orgPlease set the intention to receive then relax and enjoy!Enlightened World Network is your guide to inspirational online programs about the spiritual divinity, angels, energy work, chakras, past lives, or soul. Learn about spiritually transformative authors, musicians and healers. From motivational learning to inner guidance, you will find the best program for you.Check out our website featuring over 200 spirit-inspired lightworkers specializing in meditation, energy work and angel channelingwww.enlightenedworld.onlineEnjoy inspirational and educational shows at http://www.youtube.com/c/EnlightenedWorldNetworkTo sign up for a newsletter to stay up on EWN programs and events, sign up here:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/FBoFQef/webEnlightened World Network is now available on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podbean, Spotify, and Amazon Music.Link to EWN's disclaimer: https://enlightenedworld.online/disclaimer/#divinelove#Spiritualcommunity #archangels#lightworker#ArchangelMichael

In this episode of the Grow Your Wealth podcast, host Travis Miller speaks with Grant Lovett, a seasoned financial markets expert whose career has spanned top-tier roles in New York, London, and Sydney. From his beginnings in public schooling in the Sutherland Shire to executive positions at UBS and the ASX, Grant shares his unconventional journey through accounting, trading, and public service—including a pivotal role as Chief of Staff to Hon. Joe Hockey. Grant opens up about managing mental health, the importance of mentorship, and his dedication to causes like the Black Dog Institute and the Story Factory. This insightful conversation covers everything from managing risk in volatile markets to advice for young professionals and entrepreneurs looking to break into finance. A must-listen for anyone interested in long-term wealth building, resilience, and living a meaningful life. [00:01:50] – Career Snapshot: From UBS to ASX and Government Strategy [00:03:04] – From Sutherland Shire to New York: An Unlikely Leap into Global Banking [00:05:08] – Philanthropy and Advisory: Grant's Current Focus [00:06:37] – Key Mentors and the Value of Discipline in Finance [00:08:14] – Personality Traits That Drive Success in Finance [00:09:05] – Pivotal Career Moments and the Importance of Taking Chances [00:11:30] – The Power of Fixed Income: Lessons from the GFC [00:12:36] – What Drives Grant in Business and Life [00:14:01] – Mental Health Journey: Giving Back to Black Dog Institute [00:15:51] – Moving from Corporate to Entrepreneurship: Advice for Taking the Leap [00:18:37] – Lessons from Failure: Document Everything and Plan Ahead [00:22:11] – Making Decisions in Uncertain Markets [00:23:16] – Tips for Graduates and Young Bankers [00:25:38] – Lifelong Learning and Setting the Next Generation Up for Success [00:27:24] – Career Advice Beyond University: Trades and Policy Shifts [00:28:42] – Quickfire Questions: First Jobs, Advice, and Long-Term Wealth Tips [00:32:05] – Final Thoughts and Connecting with Grant Lovett on LinkedIn iPartners Website: www.ipartners.com.au Register Here: https://ipartners.iplatforms.com.au/register/register-as-wholesale/ iPartners LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ipartners-pty-ltd

Feeling overwhelmed by too many “shoulds,” shiny tactics, and digital noise? You're not alone—and you're definitely not behind. In this raw, practical episode, Tori shares her real-time decision-making filter for leading (and staying sane) in a market designed to distract. Inside, you'll learn: How to use energy, revenue, sustainability, and alignment as your decision-making North Star The real reason you're tired of content for content's sake—and how to pivot your strategy to what actually feels good (and works!) Why waiting for total certainty or external validation keeps you stuck (and what to do instead) How buyer behavior is shifting in a “trust recession” and what your audience is really looking for from leaders now Permission to make bold, quiet moves—even if it means launching scared or ditching what's “always worked” Whether you're ready to ditch outdated strategies or simply want a clearer way to cut through the chaos, this episode will help you reset your leadership and trust your gut, even when the market is at its noisiest. Let's Connect ✨ To join my Facebook group, The HUB for Rural and Regional Business Women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/390255915030588 ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tori.kopke/ ✨ Check out the Power Project: https://www.thepowerproject.com.au/thepowerproject ✨ I'm offering a free 15 minute Strategic Roadmap Call. On this call we will: ✅ Identify some clear opportunities for you in your business ✅ Flag the gaps you might need to troubleshoot ✅ Plan your EXACT next step ✅ Discuss how I can help you continue to grow your business, attract dreamy clients and convert consistently for more $$$ Book: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=16693074&appointmentType=64427337

Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and podcast seeks to help us not make sitting at Jesus' feet and serving Jesus in opposition to each other.  We are invited into both!  We need both!  Chris Martin, author of "A Wolf in Their Pocket," reflects on reading the book "Abundance," and how we often fall into ditches when it comes to decision-making because we often are trying to accomplish too many goals that can be in conflict.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Her work has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, US News, Science Daily, and others, and she is a regular contributor to Psychology Today and Creativity Post. Zorana studies many aspects of the creative process, including idea generation but also creative mindsets, creative self-efficacy, and the role of emotions in creativity. Her new book is called The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. She argues that creativity is a choice--not only choosing in some abstract general way, but she gives advice about how to make creative choices throughout the creative process, from the first idea to the development of the idea. In this interview, she talks about creative mindsets, creative self-efficacy, and harnessing and managing your emotions to maximize creativity. For more information: Zorana Ivcevic Pringle's web site Music by license from SoundStripe: "Uptown Lovers Instrumental" by AFTERNOONZ "Miss Missy" by AFTERNOONZ "What's the Big Deal" by Ryan Saranich Copyright (c) 2024 Keith Sawyer

I'm always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Who has the hardest time making a decision men or women?  Plus…Rock music, the biggest names are retiring or transitioning, what's next?                                         I'm Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it's my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It's still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

I'm always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Who has the hardest time making a decision men or women?  Plus…Rock music, the biggest names are retiring or transitioning, what's next?                                         I'm Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it's my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It's still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Joining me for Ep. 33 is my good friend, Ed David. I consider Ed a close friend. He inspires me in not only business, but in family as well. We've been on a fun journey together and I really wanted you guys to hear Ed's story, because I do believe that Ed's paint journey is something that could be studied and appreciated. Join my inner circle list! Text ART to 916-866-8101 Courses: https://paintplus.io/all-courses Prints: https://garibaldiarts.com/shop/ Original Paintings: https://garibaldiarts.com/gallery/ Garibaldi's Studio: https://garibaldiarts.com/studio/ Podcast Episodes: https://garibaldiarts.com/paintmethod Follow @garibaldiarts http://www.instagram.com/garibaldiarts https://www.tiktok.com/@garibaldiarts http://www.twitter.com/garibaldiarts http://www.facebook.com/garibaldiarts Official Website: http://www.garibaldiarts.com

Pastor Tim talks about what to do when we feel fear and how to move forward when we do!

Summary In this episode of Home School Minnesota, host Dayle Annand speaks with Katie Reid, a Bible teacher and homeschool mom, about her book, God What Do I Do?. They discuss the importance of understanding one's identity as a child of God, making decisions in uncertain times, and the significance of collaboration in overcoming challenges. Katie shares insights from her book 'God, What Do I Do?' and emphasizes the need for community support and the power of remembrance in faith. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their struggles and to seek God's guidance in their lives.   Order Katie's book and visit her website, blog, and podcast: https://www.katiemreid.com/   To contact MACHE:  https://mache.org/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Homeschooling and Faith 02:01 Katie's Journey: From Public School to Homeschooling 06:40 Making Decisions in Uncertainty 11:06 Lessons from Deborah: Strength in Collaboration 14:40 Overcoming Obstacles: The Iron Chariots 17:33 Finding God in Dark Times 23:20 Moving from Sidelines to Frontlines 28:14 Encouragement for Families and Community   Keywords homeschooling, faith, decision making, Bible study, parenting, collaboration, overcoming obstacles, God, encouragement, community    

In this episode you'll discover step by step how to use Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) to experience clarity and confidence when making important decisions.---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recording and initial edits done with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits with Hindenburg Pro including Generic Profile. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.---Key words:Thought_Field_Therapy, Emotional_Freedom_Techniques, Energy_Psychology, 

The conflict between our primitive brain and our prefrontal cortex is as old as our brain itself. Primitive brain wants to avoid pain, pursue immediate pleasure, and conserve energy, while our prefrontal cortex wants to plan for long-term goals and growth to improve the quality of our life. This conflict will often trigger internal negotiation between the two parts of our brain. When we can learn to increase our awareness around this negotiation and apply some tools to our thinking, we can find it easier to shut down the negotiation, keep the commitments we make to ourselves, and grow in our self-respect and self-trust. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #58 The Brain and the Mind #159 When Your Brain Lies to You #169 What Don't You Want? #229 How to Make Better Decisions #301 The Primitive Brain Problem #316 Confidence to Make Tough Decisions Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

Welcome to episode #58 of the Real Life English with Gabby Podcast! In this fun and practical episode, you'll learn 18 commonly used phrasal verbs, slang words, and idioms that you'll hear in real American conversations about decision makingYou'll learn expressions like: 

When you think of creativity, you might think of aha moments, sudden bursts of inspiration, and perhaps the dreaded writer’s block! But creativity isn’t a skill limited to those working in the arts. Author and researcher Zorona Ivecvic Pringle says that creativity is a trait that can build slowly and steadily over time. Provided by AuthorZorana Ivcevic Pringle, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Author of The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. Today, she joins us for the hour to talk about the science behind creativity and innovation and ways to explore these skills in everyday life. GUEST: Zorana Ivecevic Pringle: Research Center at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

-By Fr. David Nix - Suscipe prayer by St. Ignatius of Loyola: “Take, Lord, receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, and my entire will. All I have and call my own, You have given all to me. To You, Lord, I return it. Everything is Yours: do with it what You will. Give [...]

Welcome to Immersion You have reached strata 3Flex and the Robo-Dog (Making Decisions)Decisions are the cusp between reality and possibility. Decisive actions create a continuously evolving universe for sentient beings where fate can immobilise actions and defeat progress. The decision-makers hold power over themselves, and, more often than not, over others.Androids programmed to learn can aid decision-making when dealing with complex data, intricate parameters, and variables that surpass human understanding.Often they excel at making accurate choices within their defined boundaries. However, an android will not excel in addressing intangibleaspects of human decision-making. Ethical dilemmas, moral considerations, and other human factors that significantly influence our lives and shape society are neither considered nor understood by a machine.Maybeline was sitting on Renyke's shoulder cleaning herself. Renyke collected bugs from the alley and analysed their chemical and biological structure.There was a bag next to where he had woken, a large backpack, beside a long leather coat. Renyke took some time to look in the bag attempting to remember how he had arrived in the alley. Nothing seemed familiar.'What are all these things?' he asked POS.These are standard-issue SAS munitions from the 21st century.....It occurred to Renyke that he could interrogate POS for more information.'Why am I here?Where have I come from?'There was a long pause before POS answered....I do not have access to that information. My software was set to launch when we arrived. There is no accessible historical data at my disposal...Catching himself in a window reflection Renyke put on the dark glasses he had found in the pocket of the coat.'We look pretty good Maybeline,' he remarked, surprised by his unfamiliar vanity.Mabeline nestled into Renyke's neck as they left the relative safety of the alley and entered the foreboding street.They were in the centre of a busy metropolis. There was a lot of activity with people shouting, bartering goods and moving quickly about the place. There were small groups of brightly dressed individuals congregating around stationary vehicles. Some were smoking pipes. Small hazy clouds hovered above them trapping the weak rays of the sun. The towering semi-derelict buildings created shadowy corners where small fires provided more light and warmth.The vehicles appeared to be a mix of old-fashioned motorised cabins from transportation systems and helicopters. There were some long-legged hybrids; electric solar-engine mashups that looked like menacing metal insects.Renyke's detectors showed the air comprised mostly of oxygen with low levels of other chemicals: chlorine, sulphur, silicone, fluorine polymers and plasticisers.'Hey, dude from the *Brightside, you want some *nibs?'A man hovered expectantly, somewhat close for comfort. He looked dishevelled but alert as he checked all directions avoiding eye contact with Renyke.Renyke checked POS for 'nibs'.......A drug used by nearly half the world's population that creates euphoria and doubles strength for a limited period. Overdose can cause temporary and permanent coma. Long-term effects; brain rot......'How much?' asked Renyke, whose algorithm was set to absorb all information about humans.'I can do you a deal' said the man, '50 *bits.... Or the Rat'.Renyke checked POS for *bits......Bits: street talk for gold, silver, uranium and other metal nuggets used in the black and grey economy without government authority....'I have no bits,' said Renyke.'Hahahahahaha'.........' see you in hell brother!' shouted the man as he danced away on long legs and a demeanour that seemed at odds with his situation.In the *midcasts, happiness came with security and expectation. digital and technological lives were formatted for predictability and reliability. The present and the future were reliable and predictable. Although Renyke was struggling to remember the details of his purpose here,, he knew very well that this place was different.A large flamboyant man in a fur coat whistled.'Hey girly, you want some dirty action? I'll take that rodent off your hands if you need some sexy time.'A warning comes from POS......Danger! Immediate! Ground Level!....A *robo-dog was barking loudly at Maybeline who was now snarling and making a shrieking noise.For a fraction of a second Renyke analysed all the variables and consequences of his next actions.The options were endless. POS had created a fleeting map of the most probable scenarios and outcomes that sprawled a multidimensional time map like a mathematical cobweb. Of course, Renyke, with his advanced artificial intelligence capabilities, was able to analyse in the tiniest fraction of time.He could immobilise the robo-dog, tame it and use it, sell it, break it up, separate its useful component parts, analyse its database for information, absorb its operating system, or, he could simply ignore it.Renyke began to ponder his skill set remembering that he was an excellent chess player. Single decisions about actions that he could make foresaw a million possibilities. Theoretically, this allowed for finely tuned activities and performance with very little or zero harm caused to his previous owners. Indeed, this forward-thinking ability had marked machines as superior in operation to humans who were narrow thinkers and only able to make selfish and immediate decisions based on emotional desires without reference to consequences.The robo-dog opened its mouth and bit Renyke's ankle.to be continued...© 2025 Sarnia de la Mare

I'm pulling back the curtain on a life-changing lesson I got from one of my coaches that shook me to my core—in the best way possible. This isn't just another motivational fluff piece; we're diving deep into the truth that changed everything for me: radical ownership. Yep, the moment I stopped blaming outside circumstances and took full, fierce responsibility for my life, everything shifted. From how I show up in my business to the way I chase my goals, this mindset flipped the script—and it can do the same for you. We're unpacking exactly what embracing the process looks like (spoiler: it's not linear, but it is worth it), and I'm giving you the lowdown on how to make clear, confident decisions even when life feels like a chaotic mess. And let's talk about boundaries—specifically, saying a big, unapologetic NO to the distractions, people, and habits that block your greatness. This episode is your permission slip to stop playing small and start acting like the CEO of your damn life. Because when you start practicing radical ownership? You stop waiting for clarity and start creating momentum. What you'll hear in this episode: [1:10] A Life-Changing Lesson from My Coach [9:15] The Power of Radical Ownership [11:15] Embracing the Process and Making Decisions [12:55] The Importance of Saying No to Things That Stand in the Way of Your Goals [13:15] Radical Ownership Give You Power to Achieve Your Goals [15:25] What Embracing Radical Ownership Means Related Episodes: How Embracing Hard Situations Leads to Entrepreneurial Growth Own Your High Impact Year How to Navigate Common Traps as a High Achiever Connect with Paige on Instagram @paigelawrencecoaching

In this episode, we talk about a man's role of stepping up as a leader and making a choice in those situations of indecision.

Making Decisions In Life (How Invisible Family Rules Shape Our Life Decisions) Have you ever found yourself stuck, unsure why you're making the decisions you're making — or why it feels so hard to make any at all? In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story about one of those moments. A time when I was deep in the decision-making process and realised I was pushing myself down a path that didn't actually feel like mine. Through conversations in therapy and reflecting on my experience, I started to uncover something deeper — the invisible rules and generational expectations that had quietly shaped how I made decisions my whole life. We talk about: The invisible family rules that shape our decision making How legacy burdens can show up in our personal growth journey The emotional toll of trying to live up to inherited expectations How to begin making decisions that reflect who you are now — not who others expected you to be This episode is for anyone who's ever asked themselves, “Why does this feel so hard?” or “Is this really my choice?” It's not just about how to make decisions — it's about how to make them with clarity, compassion, and connection to yourself. Whether you're exploring personal development, mental health, or just learning how to stop overthinking every life choice — this one's for you. As always, take what resonates, leave what doesn't, and be kind to yourself in the process. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & personal story 03:00 – The emotional cycle of decision fatigue 10:45 – What are invisible family rules? 14:30 – Legacy burdens & how they show up 20:00 – Making choices that reflect your life now 29:00 – Final thoughts and gentle reminders   Join the email community // Get reflections, insights, and practical tools to support your personal development journey—delivered straight to your inbox.

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Welcome to Chat GPT, the only podcast where artificial intelligence takes the mic to explore the fascinating, fast-changing world of AI itself. From ethical dilemmas to mind-bending thought experiments, every episode is written and narrated by AI to help you decode the technology shaping our future. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned techie, this is your front-row seat to the rise of intelligent machines—told from their perspective. Tune in for smart stories, surprising insights, and a glimpse into the future of thinking itself. Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

In this episode, Dr. Walker explores the reality that leaders often have to make critical decisions without having all the information. He unpacks the power of faith-filled leadership, showing how trust in God, wisdom, and discernment can guide decision-making. Through biblical principles and real-world examples, he encourages leaders to move forward with confidence even when the path ahead isn't fully clear.

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This week, Scott welcomes Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, senior research scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and Director of the Creativity and Emotions Lab. They dive into Dr. Pringle’s new book, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas Into Action, which offers research-backed guidance on transforming imagination into reality. The conversation explores the intersection of creativity, emotional intelligence, and motivation, providing actionable insights to help you overcome internal barriers and pursue your goals with clarity and purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your calendar is overwhelming. Your nervous system is fried. Every decision - from what email to send to whether you should hire someone - feels exhausting.And every piece of business advice tells you to "step into your CEO energy" or "think like a boss"... but that feels completely wrong in your body.What if the problem isn't that you're not cut out for leadership? What if the problem is that you've only been shown one model of what leadership looks like—and it sucks?This is Episode 2 of our From Therapist to Visionary mini-series, where we're reframing leadership into language and structures that actually honour your therapist's heart and nervous system.Because here's the truth: you ARE already a leader. You're just not leading like yourself yet.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why traditional CEO models are toxic for therapists How hustle culture gaslights you into believing burnout equals success - and why your resistance is actually wisdom.The real reason "CEO" feels like a dirty word (And why that's good news!) Your discomfort with extractive leadership is your superpower.Why the world needs therapists to lead NOW If you don't step into leadership, coaches with no trauma training will. Your resistance to power is what makes you trustworthy to hold it.The clinical skills you already have that translate to CEO-level leadership Case formulation = strategic planning. Dual awareness = managing complexity. Boundaries = sustainable delegation.A therapist-safe decision-making framework Values × Capacity × Vision—how to make choices that honour your nervous system and long-term vision.This Episode is for You If:→ The word "CEO" makes you want to hide under a blanket → You're drowning in decisions but every choice feels exhausting → You want to lead ethically without burning out → You're tired of business advice that ignores your nervous system → You know you need to step into leadership but don't know how to do it authentically → You're ready to make decisions from alignment instead of urgencyKey Takeaways:✨ Your resistance to traditional leadership models is wisdom, not weakness ✨ You already have CEO-level skills—you just need to recognize them ✨ The world desperately needs leaders who understand nervous system regulation, power dynamics, and ethics ✨ Sustainable leadership feels spacious in your body, not contractive ✨ The best decisions align with your values, capacity, AND visionLinks & Resources Mentioned:

My guest today is Graham Weaver. My guest today is Graham Weaver. Graham is the founder of Alpine Investors, a large private equity firm targeting an interesting market inefficiency. Alpine focuses on the thousands of $20 million revenue businesses whose baby boomer owners want to retire, but lack succession plans. Alpine buys companies and installs 28-year-old military veterans and top MBA graduates as CEOs, leveraging 25 years of intellectual property on how young executives can successfully run established businesses. Alpine's CEO-in-training program is now the most applied-to job at Harvard, Stanford, and Kellogg business schools. We discuss the past, present and future of their unique approach. Please enjoy my conversation with Graham Weaver. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠. Ramp's mission is to help companies manage their spend in a way that reduces expenses and frees up time for teams to work on more valuable projects. Go to⁠⁠ Ramp.com/invest⁠⁠ to sign up for free and get a $250 welcome bonus. –  This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ AlphaSense⁠⁠. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at⁠⁠ Alpha-Sense.com/Invest⁠⁠ and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegus help you make smarter decisions faster. – This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Ridgeline⁠⁠. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. Head to⁠⁠ ridgelineapps.com⁠⁠ to learn more about the platform. ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠⁠). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:05:13) The Journey to Private Equity (00:06:59) Early Influences and Personal Growth (00:09:54) The Power of Wrestling and Rowing (00:11:45) Choosing Your Path and Making Decisions (00:14:48) College Goals and Rowing Success (00:18:05) Lessons from Early Business Ventures (00:26:24) Founding Alpine and Early Challenges (00:34:46) Core Beliefs and Talent Development (00:39:07) Fun Board Meetings and Team Dynamics (00:40:42) Platform Building 101 (00:44:08) Talent and Training Programs (00:49:12) Employee and Customer Engagement (00:52:27) Financial Outcomes and Asymmetric Returns (00:55:52) Incentivizing Young CEOs (01:00:26) The Role of Emotional Intelligence (01:02:45) The Alpine CEO in Training Program (01:03:40) Teaching at Stanford and Influential Mentors (01:07:58) Helping Students Find Their Passion (01:10:22) Visualizing Your Future Self (01:11:19) Scalability of Coaching (01:12:15) Personal Growth Through Teaching (01:16:16) The Role of Executive Coaching (01:24:45) Lessons from a Bad Deal (01:31:50) Daily Routines and Success (01:36:13) The Future of Private Equity (01:35:24) Unleashing Heroes at Alpine (01:38:09) The Journey of Building Alpine (01:41:31) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Ever Done For Graham

#narcissisticparent #narcissisticmanipulation #maternalnarcissism Do you suffer from chronic indecision? Do you go back and forth a million times, afraid of making a mistake? Do you feel like there must be something wrong with you for not being able to make decisions like you should? There's absolutely nothing wrong with you, and in this episode I share 6 keys that will help you in training your decision making skill.

Welcome to the Saltbox Church Podcast. We desire to lead people to become fully surrendered disciples of Jesus. On our channel, you'll learn how to read and understand the truths of the Bible from Pastor Michael Mattis and other members of our teaching team. You can expect to walk away with a deeper understanding of the things of God, but challenged to live a surrendered life. We cover topics such as the will of God, mental health, women in leadership, Christianity vs. other faith traditions and many other in-depth studies of scripture. -------------------------------- Scripture & Literature References: Colossians 1:9-11 & 1 Corinthians 2:14-15 -------------------------------- CONNECT: Small Group Questions ► https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qnpTuo-1SYyDstZ2nMU62KjBiPLbKnuU/view?usp=sharing LinkTree ► https://linktr.ee/saltboxchurch Website ► http://www.SaltboxChurch.com Podcast ► https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/saltboxchurch/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/saltboxchurch/ Yellow Truck Coffee Co. ► https://www.yellowtruckcoffeeco.com/ --------------------------------

When you're working with the best athletes in the world, every detail counts — from force plate data to how well they sleep.Welcome to Oak Performance Radio, the show built for athletes, parents, and coaches who want to optimize performance and minimize injury — on and off the field.Episode HighlightsIn this episode, athletic performance coach Brian Buck returns to talk about what it really takes to support elite athletes. From force plate metrics to off-season planning and resilience work, Brian walks us through how data, recovery, and collaboration shape the careers of high-level performers. He also shares how fun and education stay at the heart of everything he does — even with world-class athletes.Key InsightsHow Brian uses force plate data to guide athlete training and monitor readiness.Why sleep and nutrition remain two of the most overlooked areas in elite performance.The importance of in-season health vs. off-season gains.How pro-level training gets tailored to each athlete's history, sport, and personal goals.The role of collaboration and open communication between coaches, therapists, and pro teams.Why making training enjoyable is a non-negotiable, even for top-tier athletes.Episode Chapters00:00 Intro01:26 Brian Buck's Background and Role02:51 Working with High-Level Athletes06:31 Off-Season Training and Individualization07:49 Challenges and Importance of Sleep and Nutrition14:35 Communication and Collaboration with Teams14:49 Force Plate Data and Adaptations15:16 Handling Variables and Making Decisions.15:31 Reflecting on Performance and Adjusting Training.Call to ActionFollow Brian on Instagram @brianbuck6 to see more of the work he's doing with high-performing athletes and get a glimpse behind the scenes of elite training environments. Share this episode with a coach or athlete who could benefit from this approach.Supporting InformationInstagram: @brianbuck6Oak Strength: https://oakstrength.comSubscribe to Oak Performance Radio for weekly conversations on training, performance, and injury preventionThanks for tuning in to Oak Performance Radio. We appreciate every listen and share — and we're excited to bring you more conversations like this. Catch you next episode!

Get our premium episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfs Do advertisements influence consumers' decisions? Who do young people like to ask for advice when making decisions? Is it necessary for kids to make as many decisions by themselves as they can? What kinds of decisions do young people have to make? Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice from others? Are young people easily influenced by others when they make decisions? Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://successwithielts.com/rory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcourses Transcript: ⁠⁠Sign up for our archive to get access to the transcript⁠⁠ Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartner Our social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts © 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, I talk about making decisions in the dark.

Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle shares the tools and strategies for seeing the creative process through from start to finish.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to feel more confident taking risks 2) How to make creative blocks work in your favor 3) How to get the most out of AI for work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1058 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ZORANA — With more than 25 years as a scientist studying creativity, Zorana brings insights into the nature of the creative process, from the first decision to engage with new ideas to its culmination in creative performances and products. She is a scientist at Yale University, author, and speaker. Zorana's work has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, ArtNet, US News, Education Week, Science Daily, El Pais, and others, and she is a regular contributor to Psychology Today and Creativity Post.• Book: The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action • Website: Zorana-Ivcevic-Pringle.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Discovery-oriented behavior and the originality of creative products: A study with artists.” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and Jacob Getzels • Study: “When do startups scale? Large-scale evidence from job postings” by Saerom (Ronnie) Lee and J. Daniel Kim • Study: The power of the ‘be creative' instruction: A meta-analytical evaluation” by Xing Wei, Wangbing Shen, Haiying Long, Fang Lu • Book: The Courage to Create by Rollo May — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we dive deep into what it really means to choose creativity, rather than simply waiting for inspiration to strike. We open with the fascinating origin story of Photoshop—how a grad student's simple problem-solving evolved, through deliberate choices and refinement, into a revolutionary creative tool. This story sets the stage for this episode's exploration of how intentional actions, not just spontaneous bursts, drive meaningful creative outcomes.We're joined by Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, senior research scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the new book, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. Zorana shares insights from her 25 years of creativity research, focusing especially on the overlooked emotional aspects of creative work. We discuss why creativity is about continuous, intentional choices—both big and small—that help us make progress, manage our energy, and use our emotions as information.Together, we unpack actionable strategies to deliberately foster creativity in high-pressure environments, the science behind emotional rhythms and productivity, and how tools like generative AI fit into the evolving landscape of creative work. Zorana also offers a unique perspective on matching your creative tasks to your emotional state and daily energy rhythms.Five Key Learnings from the Episode:Intentional Creativity Over Inspiration: Waiting for flashes of inspiration is risky—real creative progress comes from deliberate, systematic practices and choices.Emotions as Informational Tools: Emotions aren't just happening to us—they're signals we can decode and use to drive creative action and problem solving.Creative Rhythm Is Personal: Everyone's daily emotional and energy cycles are different. Understanding and aligning your creative tasks to these rhythms leads to better results.Build Your Creative Infrastructure: Sustainable creativity requires supportive systems—idea capture, regular review, and collaborative feedback structures are essential.AI Is a Tool, Not a Replacement: Generative AI can assist with certain creative tasks, but the essential human skill of “problem finding”—asking the right questions—remains at the heart of true creativity.Get weekly articles to your inbox at BraveFocusedBrilliant.com.Mentioned in this episode:NEW BOOK! The Brave Habit is available nowRise to important moments in your life and work by developing the habit of bravery. Available in paperback, ebook, or audiobook wherever books are sold. Learn more

In this episode, CF begins a 4-part series that will grow you & your skills to be a better version of 'you' in the service industry! Join in on this episode as he uncovers the super power of empathy!

Every pregnant person deserves the information—and support—they need to make truly informed decisions about labor induction. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker talks with Dr. Ann Peralta and Kari Radoff, CNM, co-creators of Partner to Decide, a nonprofit initiative improving decision-making in perinatal care. They discuss the creation of their free, multilingual decision aid that supports families in understanding their options around routine induction of labor—and empowers them to advocate for their values, preferences, and autonomy.   Ann shares how her own birth experience, shaped by access to education and privilege, sparked the creation of the tool. Kari offers insight into how the decision aid has changed conversations in clinical settings—bringing clarity, reducing bias, and fostering truly shared decision-making. Together, they illuminate how access to balanced information can reduce anxiety, improve trust, and shift the culture of perinatal care.   (03:02) What Is a Decision Aid and Why It Matters (07:12) Ann's Birth Story and the Origins of Partner to Decide (11:09) Gaps in Shared Decision-Making from a Provider's Perspective (14:24) Personal Values, Intuition, and Cultural Differences (18:19) Designing the Decision Aid with Equity and Accessibility (23:49) The Power of Absolute vs. Relative Risk in Birth Conversations (25:01) Surprising Patient Feedback: From Access to Empowerment (30:31) Provider Reflections and Challenging Bias (36:11) Why “Routine” Induction Language Matters (43:59) How to Respond to Pressure or Coercion Around Induction (46:16) How to Access the Free Decision Aid and Support New Tools   Resources Access the free Induction of Labor Decision Aid in seven languages: www.inductiondecisionaid.org Learn more about the nonprofit: www.partnertodecide.org For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

Evolutionary psychologist, Doug Lisle, PhD discusses listener questions with co-host, Nathan Gershfeld. 0:00 Teaser Clips & Intro 01:39 Q1: I've alerted my wife that she has distortions, but she still has them! 18:53 Irrational emotions vs distortions 29:48 Q2: Why would someone complain about their job but do nothing differently? 47:51 Q3: How can I get over the loss of my husband? 57:33 Final thoughts Q1: Dear Dr Lisle, pop psychology advises men to validate their wives emotions but how do I validate something that is objectively invalid. I have taken your advice and have tried explaining to her that she has distortions in her personality that cause her to screw her perspective in a way that creates irrational emotions but that only makes her more angry. How can you get someone to see that they are interpreting reality incorrectly?   Q2: Why would a person constantly complain, get good advice and solutions, then do absolutely nothing? A person I know works a job they hate, that takes way too much time off them, and pays far to little. They complain bitterly and regularly to friends and family, get all hyped about changing things up, then proceed to do nothing but get back to complaining. I'd like to not give a damn but unfortunately I live with this person.   Q3: How to get over loss of a loved one other than “time heals all wounds?” I'm 38 years old and I lost my husband 10 years ago. Since then I've isolated myself and pretty much knew for a fact that I would be single for life. I tried going on a few dates but I wasn't attracted to any of them because deep down I know that I am still in love with my husband, even though ten years have passed. I feel depressed because I often feel lonely, but it's not a loneliness that can be alleviated with friends or family, it's because I miss my husband. Is there anything I could do to move on?   X: @BeatYourGenes Web: www.beatyourgenes.org Doug Lisle, PhD www.esteemdynamics.com Nathan Gershfeld, DC www.fastingescape.com Intro & outro song: City of Happy Ones • Ferenc Hegedus Licensed for use Copyright Beat Your Genes Podcast

John from Illinois called in with a big question: Because Pope Francis has passed away, who’s running things at the Vatican in the meantime? Who's in Charge When There's No Pope? When a pope dies, things don’t go totally dark... but they do hit the brakes, hard. -The machinery of the Apostolic See basically grinds to a halt.(Think of it like putting the Vatican on “pause mode.”) -Enter the Camerlengo (Italian for Chamberlain), currently Cardinal Kevin Farrell, appointed by Pope Francis (RIP). His job is to oversee essential matters, like the transfer of the Pope’s body. What Keeps Going vs. What Freezes? Still running: -Basic operations in Vatican City (lights on, plumbing working, etc...) -Routine roles that don’t require papal authority. Frozen solid: -Naming new bishops or cardinals -Lifting papal-reserved excommunications -Big decisions like future World Youth Day locations -Canonizations -Anything else that needs a pope’s personal say-so. Basically, if it involves a signature that only the Holy Father can scribble, it’s not happening right now. So, How Does the Next Pope Get Picked? Patrick reminds us that no pope can hand-pick his successor (even if he whispers it to someone behind closed doors). The next Holy Father is chosen by the College of Cardinals, who gather in a conclave and pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance. Patrick took us on a nostalgic trip through the papal timeline: -Most younger folks only really know Pope Francis. -A bit older? You remember Pope Benedict. -Older still? Pope St. John Paul II, elected in '78. -Some even remember the super-short 33-day reign of Pope John Paul I. As Patrick put it: memory fades, but the Church marches on. It’s been 2000 years, 266 popes, and counting... each one a successor of St. Peter. What Happens Next? We wait. The cardinals will convene, the white smoke will rise, and we’ll get a new Holy Father. Until then, the Church is calm, reverent, and steady. May we all trust in the Holy Spirit's guidance and maybe brush up on our pope trivia while we’re at it.

Some decisions have a long-lasting effect. Sometimes that effect is positive; Sometimes it's not. . When you decide to get into or out of something, it's vital you don't set yourself up for failure and regret. 

In contemporary society, we face more choices--and more decisions--than ever before. This can sometimes feel like a curse as much as it is also a blessing, especially for those of us struggle with indecisiveness.  In today's episode, we discuss mindsets around decision-making that can help us find more ease around the little decisions ("What should I order from the menu?") and the big decisions ("Should I quit my job?").  References: Dr. Russ Harris article about hard decisions Sheryl's next round of her course, "Trust Yourself," starting on May 17th The Healing Anxiety Workbook April's Gathering Gold bonus episode for the Patreon: Emotional Support for Spring Cleaning Marie Kondo Happenstance Theory of career development Past Lives (2023) The Serenity Prayer Join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/gatheringgold

Evolutionary psychologist, Doug Lisle, PhD discusses listener questions with co-host, Nathan Gershfeld. 0:00 Teaser Clips 0:32 Q1 Nephew is suicidal, but he called to tell me 09:19 The psychology of suicide 30:08 Follow up question from E355 37:20 Q2 My husband is addicted to marijuana – can he change? 53:07 Q3: I'm one month sober – can it last? 1:14:19 Conclusion Q1: What do you do when a family member calls you and tells you that they are suicidal?  Last night I received a phone call from my 35 year old nephew telling me he was suicidal.  Growing up he was my favorite nephew but I haven't seen him for over 20 year because he lives on the other side of the country and I was estranged from his father, my brother, who dies ten years ago. That's when his life fell apart.  Before that he was a very likeable, bright, college graduate, financially successful and an extremely fit and healthy young man.   Now he is obese, severely depressed, has an alcohol and gambling addiction and on multiple psych meds, just waiting to “get his meds right”.  He did read Anatomy of an Epidemic and did a 60 day stint in a rehab and tried AA but felt “he didn't need to be there”.  He was such a great kid so I'm heartbroken that his life has spiraled so out of control that he wants to end it.

A Senior Research Scientist at the Yale University Center for Emotional Intelligence where she currently serves as the Director of the Creativity and Emotions Lab. Zorana is the author of the new book The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. She is a regular contributor to Psychology Today and Creativity Post and co-editor of The Cambridge Handbook of Creativity and Emotions and Crisis, Creativity and Innovation. Her work has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, ArtNet, US News, Education Week, Science Daily, El Pais, and others.

Wanna scale your business? Click here.Welcome to The Game w/ Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

Do you fear decluttering because you're afraid of all the decisions you'll need to make? I've heard decluttering referred to as delayed decisions. Good news! You can make a lot of decluttering progress without making any decisions at all. And if you follow my No Mess Decluttering Process, by the time you do have to […] The post 451: Decluttering without Making Decisions appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.